Advocacy continues to remain at the forefront of the North Central Massachusetts Chamber of Commerce’s efforts to advance the region and support our member businesses. Federal Affairs Trade Policy: President Donald Trump continues to utilize increased tariffs as part of his foreign policy, with frequent announcements, retractions, and pauses affecting various industries and countries. In […]
Nominate Someone to Win a FREE Roof Replacement July 7 – July 11 is all about giving back to the communities we serve! Red Dog Roofing is kicking off our 1st Annual Red Dog’s Roofing Week with a bang – and we’re giving away FREE ROOFS at each of our 3 locations! Roof Giveaway Schedule: […]
$58,000 awarded to the region’s most outstanding high school seniors Families, friends, fellow graduates, and business and community leaders recently gathered for the annual Chamber Foundation of the North Central Massachusetts Chamber of Commerce scholarship program to recognize the region’s most outstanding high school seniors. The awardees were acknowledged during the Annual Scholar’s Breakfast held […]
Greetings from Fitchburg State University! We are excited to announce the launch of our new Bachelor of Science in Finance program, beginning in the 2026 academic year. As we build this program, we are committed to ensuring that our students gain not only strong academic foundations but also meaningful, real-world experience in the finance industry. […]
MassDevelopment’s Biz-M-Power offers matching grants of up to $50,000 to eligible, growth-oriented small businesses. These grants can help offset costs related to acquisitions, expansions, improvements or leasing of facilities, purchasing or leasing equipment, and other capital needs. To qualify for this funding opportunity, businesses must have fewer than 20 employees and annual revenues not exceeding […]
Join us for an enriching workshop designed to equip you with essential skills, expand your knowledge and understanding. While this workshop is FREE, we would like, if possible, to know who to expect. To pre-register, email and let us know your name, email, and what field your work on or if there are any […]
Gardner’s Master Plan Committee and consultant team will be hosting a community workshop next Thursday, May 22 from 5:30 to 6:30 pm in Perry Auditorium at City Hall. Come join us and discuss your vision for Gardner’s future! We will be developing a vision statement that will guide the work of the master plan. The […]
The North Central Massachusetts Chamber of Commerce and its economic development arm, the North Central Massachusetts Development Corporation (NCMDC), recognized several small businesses and individuals at the Second Annual Entrepreneur Awards Reception and Resource Showcase, held at the Doubletree by Hilton in Leominster on March 20, 2025. The awards celebrated entrepreneurship in the region and […]
We’re thrilled to announce that the City of Fitchburg has been selected for the implementation phase of the MassCEC On-Street Charging Solutions Program, with funding provided by the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC) in partnership with Commonwealth Electric Technologies (CET) and Leidos. This exciting opportunity means our city will soon install on-street electric vehicle (EV) […]
We are proud to announce that Leominster has been selected as one of 20 finalists nationwide for the 2025 All-America City Award! Chosen from communities across the United States, Leominster was recognized for its commitment to strengthening environmental sustainability, using inclusive community engagement to create lasting, impactful solutions. This year’s theme, “Strengthening Environmental Sustainability through […]